Chapter 246

Dominic pulled Vespera back and made a silencing gesture. Vespera blinked in confusion. He led her back into the living room and sat her on the couch. Leaning in close, he whispered in her ear, "It might be Luke." Vespera blinked in surprise. "What?" There was no way Luke would be showing up at this hour. It just didn't make sense. The thought of him being bored enough to seek a late-night conversation seemed completely unrealistic. "I think…" Vespera started, but before she could finish, Dominic gave her another silencing gesture. His expression was serious, and she had no choice but to lean closer to him, whispering, "There's no way it's him." Dominic raised an eyebrow. "Want to bet?" Vespera frowned. "I don't want to bet." His words carried a playful yet dangerous undertone, like he was setting her up. Dominic eyed her carefully, clearly amused by her cautious demeanor. He couldn't resist reaching over and lightly pinching her cheek. He said, "You have no sense of adven